Editorial page overview from The Sidney Telegraph
The Sidney Telegraph, Cheyenne County official newspaper, highlights its history as Western Nebraska’s oldest paper founded in 1873. It notes publication three times weekly, staff at 830 11th Ave Sidney Nebraska, Associated Press associate status and Nebraska Press Association membership.
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Nebraska Press, Assn
Sidney Telegraph
the Telegraph Printing Co., Inc
11Th Ave
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Nebraska
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Associated Press
Nebraska Press Assn
The Christmas Spirit and Its Elusive Gleam
The text reflects on the Christmas spirit as a elusive, inner gift that arrives unbidden each December. It vanishes when pursued yet appears through snow, carols, warmth of strangers, or acts of giving, embodying the season’s promise of God’s love through Christ.
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Washingtons Christmas 1776 Triumph Against Hessians
Historian George Billias of the University of Maine calls December 25 1776 America’s finest Christmas noting Washingtons surprise attack across the Delaware. The piece urges reflection on the bold tactic that altered the war’s course amid holiday blessings.
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George Billias
University of Maine
America
George Washington
Tragedy Reminds of Need for Air Traffic Control
A December 16 1960 collision over New York City killed many and shocked the nation. The piece urges Congress to accelerate air traffic control improvements to prevent future disasters and notes progress since the 1956 Grand Canyon collision.
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New York City
Congress
Grand Canyon
New York
Armor of Optimism in a World of Threats and Hope
The essay argues optimism remains valuable despite global dread. It notes humanity’s growing self knowledge and resource control, warns against cynicism, and urges steady hopeful effort to improve despite near term dangers.
Friction Grows Over Red China Formosa Policy
Reported Chinese move toward Formosa stirs tensions with Moscow and alarm in Washington. Officials warn that shifts in Asia Pacific alignments could affect U S foreign policy and global stability.
The Telegraph Christmas Wish Puzzle Clues
A mixed list of crossword style clues with numbers for various definitions. Includes terms like small mollusk, seaport in Latvia, musk of grain, and a vehicle on runners among others. Answers would fit a tradition of wordplay appearing in a holiday edition.
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Latvia
Impudenc
Crossword Style Clue Set for Historical Paper
A dated puzzle list clues several definitions and wordplay items including Down and Across prompts. Entries cover emotions actions measurements and places with terms like curb decrease apparel and haul, plus geographic and chemical names Wolframite and a Brazilian port used as cross references.
Struth Predicts Oil Demand Increase in 1961
An analysis argues that oil demand will rise to about 10.159 million barrels daily in 1961, up 2.6 percent from 1960, while warning that percentage measures misstate growth. It notes industry confidence, efficiency drives, and improved profits in late 1960 as signs for the decade.
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Gloom
Russia
United States
The Rotten Apple in Hollywood and Politics
A satirical take contrasts Kennedy showbiz links with concerns about corruption in various fields. The piece argues the White House won’t turn into a show business venue and notes that rotten apples appear beyond Hollywood, spanning magazines, columns, and other sectors. It ends with a quip about Christmas tree recommendations from the National Board of Fire Underwriters.
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Kennedy
Hollywood
White House
The Cheyenne Flight From Oklahoma to Fort Robinson
An account recalls the 1878 79 Cheyenne escape across Kansas and Nebraska. It covers the two bands split between Little Wolf’s northern return and the Nebraska group captured at Fort Robinson, their January 9 1879 breakout, rear guard fighting, harsh winter conditions, and eventual surrender after a grueling siege.
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Redman
Naragta
Indian Territory
Oklahoma
Fort Robinson
Kansas
Nebraska
Nebraska Sandhills
Little Wolf
Montana
War Bonnet Canyon
Critics lament TV's impact on morals and culture
The writer questions whether American television promotes vice and recklessness, arguing many programs glamorize sin and violence. They contrast TV with good books and lament the flood of cheap, sensational content driving a lucrative but shallow market.
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Nance County Journal
America
Hollywood
Symington Plan Aims Major Defense Reorganization
The Symington plan for reorganizing the Defense Department proposes centralizing authority under the secretary of defense, eliminating three subsidiary secretaries and altering the joint chiefs of staff. It seeks significant savings from job eliminations, while suggesting funds may shift to new weapons.
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Grand Island
Sen. Symington
Department of Defense
Secretary of Defense
Secretaries of War
Navy
Army
Air Force
Sen
Congress
Kennedy
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Appreciation for Sidney convention cooperation and coverage
The Nebraska State Irrigation Association and Nebraska Reclamation Association thank Sidney for hosting their 68th joint convention. They praise city facilities, the Fort Sidney Motor Hotel, the Sidney Telegraph, and Pat Brennan for excellent publicity. They commend Wayne Moran, L. R. Wamsley, Dennis Wamsley, the Sidney Chamber of Commerce, the Sidney Men's Chorus, Tom Coffey, and the City of Sidney for hospitality and support. Wishes for a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year are extended to Sidney.
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Nebraska State Irrigation Association
Nebraska Reclamation Association
Sidney
Sidney Telegraph
Pat Brennan
Brennan
Fort Sidney Motor Hotel
L. R. Wamsley
Dennis
Sidney Chamber of Commerce
Wayne Moran
Tom Coffey
Sprensid
Coffey
City of
Lowe
Board of Supervisors
Cheyenne County Soil and Water Conservation District
World-Herald
Cheyenne County
SWCD
Chase Helfrich
Cooked Garbage As Pig Feed Showing Mixed Merits
State USDA studies compare cooked garbage with conventional swine feeds noting similar nutritive value on a dry matter basis, high minerals for young pigs, and minimal change from cooking. Seasonal and source variations affect protein, ash, calcium, phosphorus, and pH, with institutional waste differing from household, and cooking required to curb vesicular exanthema spread.
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Cure Sought for Livestock Disease Anaplasmosis in Oregon
Oregon State College researchers Dr. O H Muth and R L Goulding study anaplasmosis or yellow bag in cattle to uncover spread patterns and possible cures. First detected in Oregon in 1936 this tick transmitted disease causes fever disinterest and loss of appetite in cattle with pale eyes and thin blood. Sagebrush ticks are identified as the primary transmitters across Oregon ranches.
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Oregon
Oregon State College
O. H. Muth
OSC
R. L. Goulding
Gulf of Mexico
Pacific Northwest
Hive Protector and California crops reach across climates
California can raise 269 crops due to varied soils climate and water conditions. The state produces an eighth of the nation’s groceries, National Geographic Magazine reports.
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California
National Geographic Magazine
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