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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1962
Page
4
An editorial argues Christmas has varied meaning from a Christ centered life to commercialism. It critiques Madison Avenue influence and asks if Christians and nonbelievers both misunderstand the holiday in a modern world.
In December 1962 Senator Curtis answered Kris Bitner’s questions from Sidney Nebraska students. He says the US role in education should stay local funded, federal troops are wrong for school integration, Cuba requires on site inspection, aid to India should counter China, not in favor of the Peace Corps, voted against the farm bill, opposes Red China in the UN, favors reducing foreign aid, warns against federal centralization, and urges informed civic preparation for students.
Sidney High School seniors may apply for about 400 four year General Motors scholarships at over 200 colleges and universities. Scholarships range from 200 to 2000 dollars per year, based on need, with participating colleges deciding awards. Eligible applicants include U S citizens with strong records and leadership.
A juvenile profile from S H S notes a student born January 31 1945 in Central South Ward and Sidney Junior High. The senior participates in cross country boxing S Club and De Molay. A childhood mud pie anecdote and a recognition for Jeff Pippett identified by Gary Bove and Mary Pals.
The Hi-Life section's severest critic, Steve Smiley, paid a Monday visit to the journalism class on December 10. Mrs. Knicely announced a policy change: next issue copy goes directly to the printer, then to proofreaders, speeding up typesetting and encouraging concise editing. The class thanks her for fostering better writing.
Sidney representatives Judy Hinn Kent Helen Bill Eddy John Helms Linda Wright attended the District Journalism Workshop at Scottsbluff Senior High School on December 8. Sessions covered news writing layout topography photography photo editing yearbook copywriting design and business management. Student comments praised the information and educational value gained for newspaper preparation.
Local voices answer what Christmas means to them with varied views. Jerry Langdon cites happiness and presents, Karen Richards smiles at forgiving and sharing, Jane Landmesser notes it means many things, Connie Jensen wishes joy, Jim Fleenor enjoys two weeks off, Knicely favors school break, Barb Helms mentions gifts food and time off, Gary Boye lists church and meals, Jane Dodds says it is her birthday, Terry Gass cherishes vacation, Billie Blake references a quirky remark about Thantie Clauth ith comin.
Dizon Sports reports the Maroon wrestlers won 33-13 over Alliance on Thursday and 46-6 over Kimball on Saturday. Reserve squad faces Gordon in a home dual tonight. Varsity heads to Loveland Invitational in Colorado tomorrow with weigh in rules noted, then to Greeley for an invitational and a dual with Sterling next week as a busy season runs toward the state meet in March.
The piece argues Americans are urged to conform in all aspects of life from appearance to behavior. It asserts that while legal equality exists, individuals remain unique and warns that enforced uniformity could lead to socialism and loss of personal thought. It urges awakening to reclaim independent minds.
About 35 to 40 first to third year Spanish students attended a Spanish Christmas party on Monday December 10 sponsored by Judy Hoemann and Jeanette Murphey. The event featured tacos enchiladas chili a Christmas reading pantomime and a Mexican pinata finale broken by Bob Smith.
Events calendar by Diane Sedgwick lists a December 18 Christmas choral concert at the Junior High auditorium 7 30 p m. December 21 Senior High Christmas program 1 30 p m in the Senior High auditorium. Senior High wrestling vs Sterling here 3 30 p m. Christmas vacation starts 2 30 p m. Senior High basketball vs McCook here 8 p m. Dance at Junior High after the game. December 22 wrestling tournament in Greeley 8 a m reserve wrestling with Ogallala here.
A 17 year old in Sidney Nebraska writes Santa asking for a unique gift beyond toys. He offers to give up candy books dolls and rockets and asks that Sharon Lindel be placed under his tree on December 25, promising cake and milk for Santa.
Sidney Public Schools vocal music departments present a Christmas choral concert on Tuesday December 18 at 7 30 p m in the Junior High Auditorium. Admission is free with five groups performing from elementary to high school supervised by Audrey Carey Ollie Redlick Larry Delinger and the high school chorus led by Delinger. The finale unites about 425 voices in unison.
Six Sidney High debate team members traveled to Sterling Colorado to watch a debate on the Western Hemisphere Common Market. About fifty students from Fort Morgan Sterling and Holyoke attended along with several impromptu speakers on current events. Driver was Jim Knicely and sponsor Judith Hoemann Sidney High debate coach.
Elmer J. Hartmann teaches three Latin classes and two American History classes at Sidney High. He has 14 years there after serving as Superintendent in Snyder and Winnebago, Nebraska. He earned B.S. and B.A. degrees from the University of Nebraska. His interests include church, lodge, riding, and reading. He notes this year’s students show the best reaction of school spirit in his 14 years.
Oge recalls William E Gladstone as a key early leader of the trade and British statesman who served as prime minister four times between 1868 and 1894.
Larry Boy reports the Maroons lost to the North Platte Bulldogs 49 to 36 in Friday action. Coach Bob Cook praised efforts while noting poor shooting hid potential. junior varsity coach John Hettrick cited improved patterns, defense work, and team spirit after the game.
Bill Cheesbourg, a veteran Indianapolis 500 racer, spoke at Sidney High School at 2 45 pm on Highway Safety is no Accident. The talk was part of a Champion Spark Plug Company program that earned a National Safety Council Public Service Award.
Joyce Glassburn wed Saturday night as Hoemann’s Christmas tree toppled Saturday morning. Sherrie B. rumored to be a natural born fire fighter while Bev B. and Randy B. plan steady courting. Phil M. lists hobbies including drawing hunting boating swimming and loafing. A book was knocked from an upstairs window last Friday shocking Mrs. Winn. Wes Cook nearly lost his voice Tuesday. Boyd N. gave Marge K. his mare.
The American Heritage Foundation disclosed that nine of every hundred families made some form of political financial contribution in the last presidential election, highlighting modest engagement across households.
The seventh grade studies Modern Italy with student projects and an Italian themed party plan. South Ward notes include Nativity art, Nebraska State Seal drawings, and a December 21 gift exchange. Fifth and sixth grades report trees, time lines, and poems amid festive preparations.
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