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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1934
Page
6
Gardner outlines irrigation potential across Lodge Pole valley from electric power to tractor engines. Wells prove valuable, easing drought fears for growers. He has tested in the valley and can provide figures to government if a sustenance program starts locally, aiming to make several hundred families self sustaining on small tracts with productive wells.
The season for water fowls opens November 1 with a 30 day period due to fewer water fowls. Shooting days vary by state. Daily bag limits drop from eight to five and possession limits from 16 to 10. Nebraska November 1 30. North Dakota Wyoming October 3 to November 11 Wednesdays to Sundays. South Dakota Montana October 5 to December 9 Friday Saturday Sunday.
Scout Camp hosts activity every day with Scouts from Sidney Scottsbluff and Potter. Pack Rat patrol led by C A Story and Lennie Darnell includes 14 boys from Troop 90 of Sidney, Rattle Snake patrol, Vern Livingston and troop committee members Franklin Dedrick and Leonard Fine, plus five boys from Troop 99 of Sidney and two from Potter. R C Waite chairs the district camping committee with Sven Robinson as assistant. Waite runs the commissary, meals by Mike Amos and Bill Davis, three times daily, kitchen patrol duties, and a robust campfire program underscores the whole schedule.
The passage describes a camp with tenderfoot investitures, a three part evening program including a campfire ritual, song fest, and a scout path and law pledge. Troop 90 of Sidney led the final segment with Hammond McNish as leader and a list of assisting scouts and officers of the day. A day schedule includes swimming, leathercraft, life saving instruction, and various camp activities with an emphasis on discipline and hands on leadership.
Elite Hat Shop announces a special sale for new fall hats on Saturday August 25 featuring new shapes and colors in all head sizes. Prices start at $1.98.
In the fifth district Harry Coffee and A N Mathers prepare extensive fall campaigns. Both candidates intend heavy spending and wide distribution of campaign literature and placards. They conducted intensive primaries and plan to present clear legislative ideas in Sidney before the next election.
Residents vent criticism over a deteriorating western road surface that appears movable with every gust of wind. A San Francisco women's club president praised the route after a dusty May trip, while a former Lincoln native now on the coast called it the worst road encountered during a June eastbound journey.
Members of the Nebraska irrigation association met at Bridgeport to discuss water they say Nebraska owns but Wyoming uses illegally. R H Willis said Wyoming disregards Nebraska priority rights and takes water rightfully Nebraska’s. They also talked about the Platte River division and ways to obtain water claimed due this state.
A midweek storm drenched areas with about half an inch of rain keeping fields soaked. Pastures show signs of revival as soil absorbs moisture and corn crops begin to revive after recent wet spells.
Storms spare only restricted areas while drought has already damaged many crops. Some farmers resume fall field work after rain moistened soil, but others await more soaking rain. Corn cutting continues where feed value remains and every feed item is being stored for winter to avert a livestock feed crisis. A seed survey is underway to gauge future crop prospects locally.
The free swimming program at Muny Pool drew crowded days with youngsters filling runways. Children gained health from sun and air, turning pale and sickly kids into bronzed, energetic users. Taxpayers likely to demand its continuation each summer. critics lacked personal experience.
Sidney and Kimball clash in a league tilt Sunday with Nash joining as an infielder. Nash previously played with Sidney in the Denver Post tournament and was noted as an outstanding infielder, delivering a timely hit in a 2 to 1 win.
Tucson opens with strong hitting and steady fielding as local fans praise a genial standout. Potter battles Peetz in a warm midweek clash while Sidney-Kimball mixed results loom as a可能 feature game alongside Chappell at Bunker Hill. Lorenzo rests. Gurley takes a forfeit from Lodge Pole.
In a brief note a candidate expresses gratitude for support during the primary. Though not the winner, the vote is described as encouraging and the sender thanks friends and Telegraph Wantads for results and coverage.
Ken Maynard fights two gangs bent on seizing a large ranch left to him and Cecelia Parker. The action-packed Western features Tarzan the horse aiding Ken while fists guns and horses drive the dramatic showdown at the Fox theater.
Mrs. Harold Gibbins reports Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schumacher in Sidney Saturday. Mrs. Bert Gibbins and daughters visited Charles Neick’s home Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Handley and daughters traveled to Colorado over the weekend. Harold Gibbins and Bert Gibbins kinfolk hosted weekend visits. Herman Jurgens drove to Gurley Monday evening. Gurley callers included Mrs. Harold Gibbins, Mrs. Vernon Nelck and Donna Jean Miles. Bert Gibbins and sons attended a Sidney baseball game Sunday afternoon.
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