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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1951
Page
2
An editorial urges support for a Sidney family in dire condition and for The Kings Daughters to aid neglected children. It notes welfare limits and calls readers to contribute to The Telegraph's Kings Daughters fund to reach all families on the appeal list before Christmas.
Two concurrent events in Sidney last Thursday showcased Cheyenne County farming leadership. The Soil Conservation recognition dinner, sponsored by The Omaha World Herald and the Cheyenne County Soil Conservation District, and the Cheyenne County Hereford Breeders pre show dinner highlighted topnotch farmers. Both groups, in infancy yet gaining statewide notice, stress soil care and meat animal breeding as a balanced path to future farm security and local prosperity.
The obituary reflects on Senator Kenneth Wherry's energetic Senate career, noting his minority status, bold stance, and resilient spirit. It describes him as cheerful, convivial, and fearless in debate, praising his commitment to what he believed was best for the country despite frequent opposition.
In Tombstone Arizona an epitaph notes that government spending this year reaches 88 billion dollars, exceeding the national income in 1929. Per capita cost climbs to 580 dollars, 40 percent of the average income of 1435 dollars. The piece warns that taxes above 25 percent of national income signal inflation, with a present 40 percent tax bill placing the nation on the inflation limb.
A writer argues against the income tax, praising reform and urging President Truman to eliminate Form No. 1040. He laments moral curbs on society, questions taxation’s necessity, and closes with a sharp note about honesty and hell.
Mrs. Josephine Kreps thanks friends and relatives for cards visits and help during her stay at Taylor Hospital. She also thanks Drs Cook and Buttner and the nursing staff for wonderful care and says their kindness will be remembered.
Irma Quinn expresses sincere thanks for flowers cards and notes of encouragement received during her recent hospital stay. She notes the kindness was greatly appreciated and sends warm gratitude.
Bob Poppen thanks friends for cards visits and rides during his hospital stay at Pioneer Memorial Hospital. He also expresses gratitude to Dr Pankau and the nursing staff for splendid care received.
A note from Harry Thompson expressing gratitude to friends neighbors and relatives for cards flowers visits and help on the farms during his hospital stay. He extends appreciation to each and everyone for the peenine acts shown during his time in the hospital.
Santa Claus adorns the 1951 Christmas Seals sponsored by the Sidney Business and Professional Women's Club. Designer Robert Stephens of Newark used a clay Santa as a model. the seal supports the National Tuberculosis Association’s drive to fight tuberculosis locally and nationally.
Lincoln Valentine sub station in Cherry county discontinued operations Friday under University of Nebraska administration. LB 528, passed by the last session of the unicameral, provided for the end of the Universitys tenure at the institution.
Governor Val Peterson allocated about 1100 acres to the Board of Educational Lands and Funds for administrative purposes. Dr. Baker noted the substation has greatly aided research since its establishment in 1910.
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