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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1952
Page
10
Leo Sampson of Maddox Motors bowled a three line 155 in a match against Seven-up at Yates Bowling Alley. He earns an ABC award for the same score in all three successive lines, carving his name in American Bowling Congress records last week.
League results show Wheatbelt Electric and Welch's Insurance leading. Top scores include high team series Rail's Cafe 297, high team game Rail's Cafe 891, and individual marks by Yates Patterson Perry Harris and Haris. Spectacular splits noted for Don Born and Ralph Welch.
Dalton high school announces four lettermen led by captains Larry Connelly and Larry Worth with coach Bill Harris assembling the 1952-53 squad. The schedule lists home games at St Patrick’s Youth Center pending a new gym as the Tigers square off against Sunflower Broadwater Gurley and others through February including the District Tourney.
A sweeping church program in the United States has expanded since World War II, culminating in a billion dollar building initiative. The effort reshaped congregational facilities nationwide, with emphasis on larger sanctuaries and community spaces.
Lodgepole opened with an 8-4 first quarter and led all game to beat Dix 43-39 on Dix’s home floor. The Lodgepole squad held a 17-13 halftime lead and a 31-29 edge after three quarters.
The Dix Panthers begin a 10-game schedule by losing 43 to 39 to Lodgepole on Tuesday. Next game is at Bushnell tonight as the 1952 53 schedule shows dates and opponents including Lodgepole Bushnell and Harrisburg in conference play.
University Laferan tour of western counties showing educational exhibits from university departments will visit Sidney on January 29. Clyde Noyes and Hal Allen will meet county agents and local committee members at 7 30 in the extension office to plan the Sidney stop and reveal exhibit details.
Trossingen Germany observes its 500th anniversary with pride tied to the harmonica industry rooted there. The town hosts one of the world’s largest mouth organ makers, shaping local employment. The article traces harmonica origins to Germany and contrasts mouth harmonicas with Frankin instrument in historical context.
In Vernon Texas the town held a full Yuletide for Tommie Yates a paralyzed five year old who missed Santa last year after his mother assaulted him. Neighbors organized a nine foot courthouse lawn tree and gifts from merchants with Santa Claus present to lift his spirits and celebrate his recovery.
Neighbors on Main street gathered for free pancakes bacon syrup and coffee in Monticello Iowa. The event named Farmer Merchant Appreciation Day was shortened to Pancake Day with temporary stands gas stoves and griddles donated by a dealer and Lions club. Parking meters were covered and police ignored violations during the community lunch. Stores offered prizes and bargain prices to entertain local and rural customers.
Bern Coulter urged Nebraska cattlemen to unite against inflated assessed values that bias cattle taxes. Speaking at the Nebraska Panhandle Hereford Association pre show and sale banquet in Yendis Cafe, he blamed state and county officials and urged joining the Nebraska Stock Growers Association to press for equalized valuations and broader farm interests. About 85 attendees heard his call for organized action and even a two-chamber legislature critique.
Ver Lin Livingston returned last year’s Grand Champion Bull trophy to George Kolzow secretary of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce donor of the trophy. Kolzow unveiled a new traveling trophy for the Grand Champion Female to be awarded this year. Both trophies require three wins for permanent possession. The evening closed with a Hereford movie from the Hereford Association in Kansas City.
A brief note expressing gratitude for kindness and support shown during a difficult period. The sender acknowledges enduring appreciation and values the aid received.
Pencils, paper, clips, rubber bands and other office needs highlighted in a Telegraph page notice.
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