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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1933
Page
8
A G Black heads plans to speed corn-hog reduction payments for Nebraska and other states. A rider sheet may replace two contract sections, letting producers authorize adjustments in production figures by community and county allotment committees without a second signature. Producers may choose this streamlined method or stick to the usual contract process.
Mrs. Stuht, a former Sidney resident, died in Long Beach after moving there in 1925. Her sons William and Wayne, both well known in Sidney, were at her bedside. Mr. Hink rushed back to California as doctors had given up hope. The Hinks had traveled from Sidney to Dennison for the funeral of J. H. Hink’s brother and returned to resume their journey to California.
City council signs a two year contract as five years pass since the municipal plant sold to Western Public Service. Taxpayers urged lower street lighting and water pumping costs, arguing the current rates are high for local conditions. Utilities officials offered a pump price cut but defended the street lighting term as reasonable. Contracts were sent to Scottsbluff for signatures and will be printed locally.
Saturday wage payments to CWA workers extend at least to February 15 and boost households facing unemployment. The payments supply groceries for hungry mothers and children, providing relief amid criticism of the program and sparing families from charity reliance.
Judge Tewell files for Supreme Judge in the Sixth Judicial District. He once partnered with C. S. Radcliffe and is noted for strong legal knowledge recognized in all courts. He is expected to receive solid support in Cheyenne County.
Fisher asserts rapid grant of Home Loan Bank loans while stressing the agency will not absorb all home mortgages. He warns against transferring mortgages for lower rates, notes 15 year amortization, and urges homeowners to maintain current mortgages unless compelled to seek assistance from the district office.
Notice states Mulets bakery and cafe will be closed all day for Christmas. No services or operations scheduled, customers urged to plan accordingly.
Admission 35 cents for a night of dancing at Hardy with Koester's Ragadors headline the event.
Nebraska farmers brace for the corn hog program with county meetings starting December 27 to organize temporary committees and education drives. Officials say Cheyenne county could see about 400000 dollars in benefits if a 90 percent signup is reached, while landlords and tenants weigh signing contracts amid loan redemptions and administration rulings.
The document outlines a government contract for corn hog relief, detailing signing steps, county committee approvals, and payment terms. Farmers agree to reduce hog production and are promised staggered payments totaling about $15 per head for the nonproduced hogs, with amounts scaled to base years 1932 and 1933 and shared county expenses.
We extend sincere appreciation to friends who were solicitous during the illness and death of our husband and father. We shall never forget the kindness that helped lighten our grief during those dark hours. — Mrs. Henrietta Grage and family.
A fragment quotes Asile Eben advising that the best way to tame an animal, especially a mule, is to stare it directly in the eyes. The dialect hints at a rural or period setting and reflects practical animal handling wisdom.
Christmas business remains strong as shops closed Sunday and Monday resume long hours from 8 am to 9 pm. Last Saturday ranked among the best days of the year and this weekend is expected to be nearly as large. Sid Ney's merchants extend cordial greetings to loyal patrons.
Sterling beat Sidney 40 to 27 on Wednesday night in a fast breaking game. Adams was the standout for Sterling while Sidney’s Vern Thomas led the Maroons with 13 points and Carlson added 10. Sidney’s defense struggled as Black plans changes to improve pace and shooting when practice resumes.
Terry Carpenter announces his secretary to political operation starting rumors as open entry into the race for Congress. The Fifth District is expected to host a heated campaign with strong candidates from both parties. Carpenter faces a tough contest if he files, likely as closely contested as two years ago when he narrowly beat Guy V. Doran at Sidney.
The P T A forms a Milk Fund Committee to aid undernourished children who cannot keep pace in school. A regular milk diet is expected to boost vitality and improve academic performance, with teachers noting undernourished students are often the poorest performers. Details will be published in the Telegraph once the program is outlined.
The report shows farm income topping one billion more than 1932 but staying just under the 1931 total. Increased consumer purchasing power and industry use of farm products helped, while shortages and poor pastures boosted livestock marketing and lowered income from those products. Wheat carry-over declined for the first time since 1926, prices strengthened, and pork supply is expected to tighten with fall sow purchases.
A Florida Times Union reader quote suggests a young man may not waste his own funds but rather his father’s money. The remark hints at mistaken judgments about spendthrift behavior and family wealth.
American Legion auxiliary Sidney unit outlines a year of civic and patriotic activity. Major aims include aiding disabled veterans and families, informing public on defense, promoting Americanism, and improving community conditions across its 80 units. Members will choose activities aligning with national program, balancing service with social engagement. Delegates from district six participated in the conference.
Plans for organized agriculture week at the agricultural college are nearly finished as hundreds of outstate farmers are expected. The first week in January will feature Dr. Alford and his minstrels, Rally Sand and her Pan Trance, and Ed Weir showing 1933 season photos. Old time contests, husking bee with Sherman Henriksen, and cash prizes highlight events. General meetings with prominent agriculturists will run four days, plus a Nebraska Live Stock Breeders program with speakers from Bennett, David City, Gibbon, and the college. The pig contest winners will be named, horse use talk, and a joint session with the crop growers association. Beef condition talks, cattle feeding notes, and east-beef research are also on the slate.
The Nebraska State Teachers association delegates in Omaha urged federal relief for underfunded schools and a fair, non political tax commission to survey all state education needs. Officers named include J. S. Mitchell or McCook president Don Leggh Albion vice president O. J. Webb David City secretary and C. Bower Lincoln treasurer.
Payrolls for Civil Works in Nebraska show rapid growth with over 24,500 workers and a weekly wage total nearing 267 thousand dollars, aiming to surpass 300 thousand and potentially reach a million by Christmas as auditors report monthly progress. The report notes first week payrolls and subsequent totals while highlighting county allotment revision and legal contest over Mitchell property condemnation.
A motion for a new trial was filed in district court by Western Public Service Company attorneys challenging the Mitchell property valuation. They contend the assessed value of 39,886 dollars is wholly inadequate and seek revaluation by the court.
The Nebraska Federation of Women’s clubs announces contests in essay writing and public speaking on Life Insurance Its Value in the Home and the Nation. Divisions in six districts run January 1 to March 15 for essays with 1000 word limit. speech contests at 1934 district conventions. Prizes: $5 first, $3 second in both divisions.
George Miller made a business trip to Cheyenne Saturday with Clara and Tom Miller. Kathryn Miller spent the weekend with cousin Vernelle Jurgens. Mr and Mrs George Miller visited the Hinrichs family Wednesday. The Weyetts Luther Jeague held a church social Friday. Officers for the coming year were Irene Miller president, vice president, treasurer, and Edna secretary. A large crowd attended a Sunday night birthday celebration at ler's. Participants included Margaret and Richard Volkman Helen Massewin Florine John and Kchs Bertha Jensen Snow Ruth Thomas Robert Miller Louis Eva Jurgens Louis Evelyn Kraft Albert Freda and Floyd Brun.
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