Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page Profile and Details
The Sidney Telegraph is Western Nebraska’s oldest newspaper founded in 1873. It is an Associated Press associate member and Nebraska Press Association member. Official newspaper of Cheyenne County, published Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays from 830 11th Ave Sidney Nebraska.
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Nebraska
Associated Press
Nebraska Press Assn
Cheyenne County
Sidney Telegraph
the Telegraph Printing Co., Inc
11Th Ave
Sidney
Leave Taxes Alone Nebraska Tax Plan Faces Support and Doubts
Economists and politicians debate Nebraska income tax as about 40 percent of taxpayers may owe little under the new system. Critics warn of higher needs to fund state government, while some urge waiting to assess adequacy. A separate note condemns physician shortages and calls for more training and better access to care.
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Nebraska
Tiemann
Robert P. Rogers
State Administrative Services Department
Department of Public Institutions
U.S. Defense Department
Robert S. McNamara
Rogers
Governor’s Office
The Citizen Can Influence Government Action
The piece argues against defeatism and outlines ways citizens impact policy. It notes participation through organizations, direct talks with officials, letters, editorials, open line programs, and casual outreach as effective tools for shaping decisions. It emphasizes citizens are more powerful than they think.
Agricultural research pushes crop varieties and markets forward
The article notes advances in winter wheat varieties and hybrid corn impact, ongoing safflower research, and livestock improvements. It cautions that despite progress in production, the marketing system lags, limiting farmer profits and prompting calls for marketplace research and ideas.
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Toni
High Plains
Trouble in Medicine Shows Doctor Shortage and Uneven Access
The article argues the United States has top quality care but a persistent doctor shortage and maldistribution limit access. It cites 7500 new physicians expected next spring versus an projected 11,000 annually needed to maintain ratios, and notes over specialization and research draws reduce rural/small town practice. Dr George E Burker Jr of the American Academy of General Practice warns of a growing medical vacuum in small cities and rural areas.
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United States
George E. Burker Jr
American Academy of General Practice
Burker
Rise Of Militancy Among Teachers
A National Education Association survey shows rising readiness to strike among public school teachers. Trend favors men. many see strikes as a last resort to secure livable wages, with unionizing described as a historic and beneficial shift for schools and students.
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National Education Association
Yrat
Demand France repay World War I debt, Wolff asks
The question of forcing France to repay six billion dollars from World War I rhythms through US gold reserves is discussed. Officials say such a move is not considered, arguing it would harm dollar confidence and that France’s debt should be pursued rather than bluntly demanded.
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Lester Wolff
Ecm
N.Y
Charles de Gaulle
United States
France
Sam
Mr. Wolff
Robert Feldkamp
Chicago Daily News Service
DeGaulle
Omaha World Herald
Farmers And Ranchers Are Shown As Big Spenders
Bernie Camp argues farmers and ranchers son spenders in 1965 and 1966 with $5.7 billion spent on machinery and motor vehicles, $2.1 billion on automobiles, and $1 billion on tractors. He notes rising input costs offset by efficiency gains and a farm industry moving toward a factory model with high mechanization and outsourcing for services.
Redistricting Fight Looms As Nebraska Court Order Drops GOP Edge
Nebraska faces a January special legislative session to redraw congressional boundaries after a federal court voided current alignments. Governor Tiemann cites removing 50 000 residents from Rep. Denney and shifting 20 000 to Cunningham and 30 000 to Martin to restore balance. Republican leaders push for a partisan edge while Democrats critique the process.
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Statehouse
Lincoln
Nebraska
Norbert T. Tiemann
Robert V. Denney
Glenn Cunningham
Dave Martin
Terry Carpenter
Government Committee
Carpenter
Grand Old Party
GOP
Arnold Ruhnke
Plymouth
Jules W. Burbach
Crofton
Jerome Warner
Waverly
Legislative Council Executive Board
Warner
Tiemann
Connecticut
Georgia
Iowa
Louisiana
Minnesota
Pennsylvania
Washington
West Virginia
U. S. Senate
James J. Exon
Democratic
Exon
Donald Lay
U. S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
U.S
Robert van Pelt
Richard E. Robinson
News Quiz Questions From The AP
A tenable set of multiple choice prompts covering Vietnam victories, college mergers, presidential contenders, currency moves, Cyprus tensions, U.S. population milestones, and other hot topics. Items include Con Thien Dak To Pleiku events and Jacqu eline Kennedy temple visits, among varied geopolitics and sports cues.
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Yale University
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Robert Kennedy
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Eugene McCarthy
Tennessee
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Alabama
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Ava Gardner
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Mia Farrow
Nebraska readers laud Western Hospitality at Sidney event
Letters praise Sidney residents for hosting Nebraska Music Educators Association members and hosting the 32nd meeting. The note credits local committee work, especially Duane Nichols, and thanks Sidney High School for arrangements. A Centennial celebration in Scottsbluff featured diverse performances and cultural groups from Nebraska and beyond.
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Nebraska Music Educators Association
Dean Killian
Nebraska
University of Nebraska
Sidney High School
Duane Nichols
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