Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page Note
The Sidney Telegraph, western Nebraska’s oldest paper founded in 1873 and an AP associate, serves as Cheyenne County’s official newspaper. Published Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays by The Telegraph Printing Co. in Sidney Nebraska, the paper outlines its editorial role and affiliation.
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Sidney retailers unite for Christmas promotion impact
Most Sidney retailers report gratifying Christmas business and link the upturn to Golden Gift Days. The joint trade promotion drew shoppers to town, with 86 Sidney business houses participating. The effort is praised as refreshing and encouraging in a competitive era. It underscores the value of collective action among retailers and businessmen.
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Take Charge Guy Norbert Tiemann Faces Nebraska’s Future
The newly elected governor Norbert Tiemann acts decisively shaping state policy amid tax reform and higher education funding debates. He projects confidence under pressure and seeks broad support from Nebraskans, promising energetic leadership as the state confronts post tax changes.
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Christmas Greeting Toasts From Friends and Community
A festive, handwritten style message offers season’s wishes to Santa, Lyndon B, bankers, local officials, and many named friends including Vernon Austins, Allen Stikker, Nobby T, Clinton B, Elmer and Shirley. The author thanks coworkers, family, and staff, asks for blessings on doctors and children, and ends with Merry Christmas.
Forecasts and debates shape 1967 economy outlook
The piece surveys economists uncertain about 1967 growth amid inflation and variable government spending including Vietnam. Walter M. Heller predicts continued expansion with modest tax rises and lower interest rates, while uncertainty remains about whether the year will cool or slip into recession. It also notes Mrs. Kennedy seeks suppression of a political biography.
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Tiemann outlines tax plan to curb exemptions and defer income tax rate
Gov elect Norbert Tiemann signals a two point tax plan to Nebraska lawmakers. He aims to limit sales tax exemptions and proposes an open end income tax rate that could be set after appropriations are approved. The proposal mirrors panel recommendations and aims to protect legislative discretion over expenditures. Lincoln Journal.
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War reporting as seen through a veteran correspondent
Veteran reporter Tom Tiede urged reporters to cover the brutal realities of Vietnam alongside economics. He recounted graphic scenes from Happy Valley and tunnel combat, stressing that for parents and relatives the human cost matters most, not just strategic assessments.
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Early Nebraska Christmas Decor Traced To 19th Century Roots
Nebraska State Historical Society records show community Christmas projects emerging after World War I with towns like Minden earning the nickname The Christmas City. Before the war decor was limited to main street lights and a village tree. Early efforts began in Protestant church groups, with Trenton's 1890 windmill tower Christmas display noted by Ned A. Davis as a bachelor town festivity featuring gifts and lanterns, described in the Trenton Register.
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Way Back When Christmas Mail Volume Sets New Record
A compiled snapshot from The Sidney Telegraph recalls Christmas mail volume as a new high. The feature traces a decade of local notes and events, including air service debates, civic milestones, and community happenings across Sidney and surrounding areas.
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Feasting Traditions for Christmas Across Europe
Traditional Christmas feasts vary by country with Austria serving baked carp, Hawaii roast pig, France midnight suppers featuring goose in Alsace and turkey in Burgundy, Paris oysters and sausages, England plum pudding and family wishes, and Germany baking long swaddling cakes symbolizing the Christ Child.
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