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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1929
Page
4
The Bearcats show spirited practice as holidays approach while seeking to renew relations with Sidney. No reason given for tension, but prior talks with other towns narrowed the slate. Black aims to lure the Bluffs back into the fold. coach Swenson supports local talent.
A former resident recalls events from over half a century ago with names including V Bierboer A E Annis and J J McIntosh The invitation committee listed H V Redington J J Kinney C McCarthy M Urback W Griffith A S Brown Robert Howard and A L Tomlin The supper committee featured Thomas Lawrence H C Lockwood Philo Rumsey C E Barquist Scott Keith and Thomas Kane
Sidney plans a charter meeting Tuesday December 17 with 23 named charter members and about 40 guests expected. The Lions club, sponsored by Kimball, aims to strengthen business ties and expand community events in Sidney Alliance and western Nebraska.
Governor Weaver discussed state government activities and the financial condition in a talk here on Thursday. He was en route to Scottsbluff to address the fourth annual session of western Nebraska organized agriculture, accompanied by E. L. Uptegrove.
Commerce notes say the trees were distributed this week and local merchants support the decoration idea. With many stores staying open evenings starting next week, Sidney will be filled with holiday spirit and attract out of town shoppers.
The Nebraska dairy sector has grown markedly in the past decade driven by improved cheese quality and broader demand. Cows rose from 450,000 in 1918 to 613,000 in 1928, butterfat output climbed from 62 to 96 million pounds, and dairy- herd improvement associations boosted per cow returns, with Nebraska tests showing average milk and butterfat gains and notable regional leadership from North Platte association No. 1.
Warden Fenton asks the Pardons Board to grant Connell freedom. Commutation is expected, though J. W. Rogers, owner of the Sund bank at the time of the robbery, protests that Connell should be executed. Local sentiment in Sidney is divided among residents who remember the robbery and the murder. James McDaniel Jr. was sheriff then, and Clayton S. Radelee was the prosecuting attorney who secured a life sentence.
The chamber of commerce notes visitor accommodations lag behind neighboring towns prompting Mr. Hardy to consider a five story hotel. He says a hotel would suit Sidney's growth, joining other major projects like John Deere warehouse Oliver implement depot and city hall. Lockwood's Jewelry advertises limited Mandalian mesh bags and toilet sets for little girls.
At the Odd Fellows hall Tuesday night the A O U W elected officers for the coming year. Frank Ackerman was named master workman with Joseph Oberfelder foreman, Robert Barlow recorder, Herman Schroeder treasurer, J T Mills guide, Fred Siedow inside watchman, and S C Bixby outside watchman. Clyde Johnson was appointed a three year trustee. Wives were invited to an oyster supper after the session.
Attorney General Sorensen cites several supreme court decisions to ban chain banks organized by Nebraska interests. He notes bankers plans to enter bank corporations, but allows formation under other states laws. He suggests a test case before the court, noting potential favorable rulings due to changing business methods.
James A. Rodman, a leading advocate for repealing the state bank guaranty law, telegraphed Governor Weaver urging a special legislative session to address the banking issue. He notes the Frost ruling was reversed by the supreme court and calls for early consideration of remedies.
Lockwood's Jewelry offers Quaker silver salt and pepper shakers in large and small sizes as a lasting beauty assortment.
Ash trays a splendid assortment of unusual trays glass hand decorated wrought iron offered by Lockwood's Jewelry showcasing decorative metal and glass items for home use.
A large agriculture rally in Scottsbluff ends this evening after Governor Arthur J. Weaver addresses about five hundred farmers. The program features state and national speakers, with Chancellor E. A. Burnett and Dr. A. G. Crane among those presenting, plus Leroy D. Willey on wheat smut control. Gift Shop offers a world of gifts.
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